Phishing Alert: Voicemail Notification Scam Links to Malicious Website
Tuesday, June 15, 2021 - 8:44amThe email link takes users to a fake Microsoft webpage where they are encouraged to a click a link to listen to their recordings.
Alerts and Announcements
June Microsoft Security Update
Tuesday, June 8, 2021 - 4:43pmMicrosoft Corporation has announced security updates for June that affect Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and more.
New Requirements for Accessing Web-Based Services Begin July 1
Wednesday, June 2, 2021 - 10:55amMost current versions of web browsers already support required security protocols. However, you may need to update older browsers.
Action Required: Replace Symantec Endpoint Protection on Your Devices Before June 14
Tuesday, June 1, 2021 - 4:20pmPlease upgrade to Microsoft Defender for Endpoint on University-owned devices or an alternative antivirus solution on personal devices.
Early Morning Phone Outage on June 7; Pitt Police Number Remains Active
Tuesday, June 1, 2021 - 8:56amThe Pitt Police will continue to receive calls at 412-624-2121 from any active phone and the ENS system will remain operational.
Apple Security Updates Address New Vulnerabilities
Tuesday, May 25, 2021 - 3:35pmApple has announced security updates to address vulnerabilities affecting Safari, iOS, macOS, and more.
Student Information System Unavailable During Maintenance Scheduled for May 22-23
Monday, May 17, 2021 - 1:04pmPeopleSoft and PeopleSoft Mobile will be unavailable during vendor maintenance scheduled for the Student Information System (PeopleSoft and PeopleSoft Mobile) beginning at 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 22. This work is expected to last until 7 p.m. on Sunday, May 23.
May Microsoft Security Update
Tuesday, May 11, 2021 - 2:52pmAffected products include Microsoft Word, Excel, and Internet Explorer.
Brief Johnstown Campus Phone Service Interruption on May 18, 19
Tuesday, May 11, 2021 - 8:42amIndividual phone numbers may be unavailable for up to 15 minutes during the transition.
Brief Bradford Campus Phone Service Interruption on May 12
Wednesday, May 5, 2021 - 5:00pmIndividual phone numbers may be unavailable for up to 15 minutes during the transition.
Student Information System (PeopleSoft) Extended Maintenance Scheduled for May 14-15
Wednesday, May 5, 2021 - 11:38amThe Student Information System (PeopleSoft) will be unavailable during an extended maintenance period from 10 p.m. on Friday, May 14, through 8 p.m. on Saturday, May 15.
Student Information System Unavailable During Maintenance Scheduled for Apr. 24-25
Tuesday, April 20, 2021 - 8:28amPeopleSoft and PeopleSoft Mobile will be unavailable during vendor maintenance scheduled for the Student Information System (PeopleSoft and PeopleSoft Mobile) beginning at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Apr. 24. This work is expected to last until 7 p.m. on Sunday, Apr. 25.
ParkMobile Data Breach Affects Some Mobile Parking App Users
Wednesday, April 14, 2021 - 4:15pmIf you have an account with ParkMobile, out of an abundance of caution, Pitt IT recommends you change that password.
April Microsoft Security Update
Tuesday, April 13, 2021 - 4:16pmMicrosoft Corporation has announced security updates for April that affect Microsoft Office, Visual Studio, and other software.
Qualtrics Updates User Experience on March 31
Tuesday, March 30, 2021 - 4:30pmThe system will be upgraded by the vendor to make Qualtrics easier to navigate and provide a more intuitive user experience.
Zoom Will Be Unavailable During Maintenance on March 20–21
Wednesday, March 17, 2021 - 1:29pmZoom will be unavailable for up to three hours between 11 p.m. Saturday and 7 a.m. Sunday.
Student Information System Unavailable During Maintenance Scheduled for Mar. 20-21
Monday, March 15, 2021 - 3:11pmPeopleSoft and PeopleSoft Mobile will be unavailable during vendor maintenance scheduled for the Student Information System (PeopleSoft and PeopleSoft Mobile) beginning at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Mar. 20. This work is expected to last until 7 p.m. on Sunday, Mar. 21.
March Microsoft Security Update
Tuesday, March 9, 2021 - 5:36pmPitt IT recommends that users immediately identify and install security updates using Microsoft's Windows Update feature on their computers.
Ensure You Are Using the Latest Version of Office 365 ProPlus
Friday, March 5, 2021 - 2:24pmIf your department manages updates for your computer, then Office 365 ProPlus should be updated automatically.
PeopleSoft/HighPoint Campus Experience (CX) Maintenance Scheduled for March 8
Friday, March 5, 2021 - 11:30amSome users may experience errors accessing Campus Experience, Degree Planner, and Schedule Builder while maintenance is in progress.